Arthritis

Arthritis refers to inflammation of the joints. You will usually experience pain and swelling of the joints. Arthritis can occur in small joints such as the fingers and large joints such as the hip or knee. Your joints can become stiff or deformed, resulting in decreased mobility and increased disability.

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease caused by overuse of the affected joint(s). Although it is usually a disease of ageing, young people can also have Osteoarthritis from previous sports injuries.

Rheumatoid Arthritis is caused by the immune system attacking your body instead of protecting it, causing inflammation of the joints.